HCPD: Five murder suspects in custody; one remains at large

Five suspects have been arrested and one remains at large in connection with a Henry County homicide.

According to a press release issued by the Henry County Police Department, the incident occurred at approximately 10:49 p.m. April 8.

Officials say the six suspects were at the victim’s residence located in the 600 building of Spindletop Way, Stockbridge, when a dispute ended in gunfire.

The victim was transported to an area hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Arrested and in custody on charges of aggravated assault and murder are Teshaun Hightower, Jeffrey Hightower, Tyreek Farmer, Tobias Gresham and Antonie Gresham.

Kelvonie Burney remains at large and authorities are seeking the public’s assistance. Anyone with information pertaining to his whereabouts is asked to contact Detective S. Harlan at 770.288.8494 or at sharlan@co.henry.ga.us.

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